Dr. Ingrid Waldron’s Unexpected Journey to a Landmark Victory Against Environmental Racism in Canada—and What’s Next
The past decade has been nothing short of extraordinary for Dr. Ingrid Waldron, whose research inspired a Netflix documentary co-produced by Elliot Page and helped bring Canada’s first environmental racism legislation to life. In 2024, she returned to her academic roots and celebrated the publication of her second book. Dr. Waldron has become a household […]
The Duality of Black History and Futures Month: Grief and Hope, Pain and Progress, History and Future
February is Black History and Futures Month, and this year, we wanted to recognize the full complexity and emotions of this moment in time: the grief and hope, pain and progress, history and future. In this time of uncertainty and a growing need for community solidarity, this month asks us to reflect on and hold […]
Strengthening Support for Indigenous Leaders and Projects on MakeWay’s Shared Platform
When Travis Klemp stepped into the role of Manager of Indigenous Strategy for MakeWay’s Shared Platform in 2023, it might have seemed like a shift from his previous roles. Over the years, Travis has been a policy analyst, editor, creative writer, and community engagement specialist. But for Travis, this transition felt natural—a continuation of his […]
Leadership Transition at MakeWay
December 2, 2024—Today, we share important news about a significant leadership transition at MakeWay. It is with deep gratitude that we announce Joanna Kerr will be stepping down as President and CEO in March 2025, after six years of remarkable leadership. Joanna joined MakeWay in 2019, bringing clarity and strength that have guided our organization […]
A path towards “Fair Earth Living”
Written by OneEarth Living and MakeWay. Across this country, big changes are being made to restore nature and accelerate climate action. These include policy reforms around land-use or to advance the energy transition as well as technological advances like electric vehicles and heat pumps. They are what are known as the “supply side” solutions for […]
Honouring the Journey with MakeWay & Right Relations Collaborative
How can philanthropy work in true partnership to uplift Indigenous-led work? On Thursday, November 14, we held an online conversation with MakeWay and the Right Relations Collaborative, reflecting on our shared journey and the lessons we’ve learned over the past four years. When the Right Relations Collaborative launched in 2020, it sparked excitement across so-called […]
What we can learn from CommUnity Doulas’ successful pilot program
“This is what happens when we fund community care and support networks for parents” Watch the full interview with CommUnity Doulas Project Director, Jordyn Gibson. Why are Black women, parents and their babies more likely to experience negative health outcomes during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum? When Jordyn Gibson started CommUnity Doulas in 2022, […]
Feeding the spirit: country foods gathering in Northern Manitoba strengthens relationships
Throughout the past year, MakeWay has been continually reminded of the immense value of bringing people together in-person to build relationships, share learnings, and spend time on the land or in ceremony. We recently connected with Cheryl Antonio about the country foods gathering she attended in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation last November. Cheryl is part of […]
How place-based kinship practices strengthen community-led work
Jennifer Kilabuk shares her journey building relationships in Nunavik by kelsie kilawna MakeWay · Introduction by Jennifer Kilabuk Jennifer Kilabuk is passionate about applying her Inuit teachings to honour how kinship is built within neighbouring Inuit communities. She is making waves across MakeWay, leading by example and reshaping how relationships are built in the North, […]
In Kinship and Love: A Message from Indigenous Kin to Black Community
To our Black Kin, As we find ourselves in our winter ceremonies, the Indigenous Employees Network at MakeWay is deep in the medicine of reflection of our shared stories that bind us. And in the spirit of Black History Month and beyond, in what has been very briefly known as North America, we wanted to […]